The Travel Emporium

09/07/2024

New Irish Visa Requirements for South African Travellers

What Happened?

The Irish government has unexpectedly announced the introduction of visa requirements for South African and Botswana nationals, effective 10 July 2024. This decision, though under consideration for some time, was implemented abruptly, leaving many travellers and travel agents with little time to adjust.

What Does This Mean for Your Clients?

Immediate Impact: Any clients travelling to Ireland from 10 July 2024 onwards will need to obtain a visa before departure.
Transitional Period: For clients with bookings made before 10 July 2024, and travelling before 9 August 2024, they can still travel without a visa. However, they must present proof of purchase from their carrier (not a travel agent) alongside their valid passport.
No Waivers: Carriers are unlikely to offer waivers due to this change, so immediate action is crucial.

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07/01/2022

France is the latest country in Europe to reopen to South African travellers following a ban imposed in late November.

06/01/2022

MAURITIUS TRAVEL BAN LIFTED !

TRAVEL BAN LIFTED
6 January 2022
As of Friday 7 January 2022, the Covid-19 travel ban imposed by the Republic of Mauritius on the
Republic of South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique and
Zambia will be lifted and commercial passenger flights from these countries to Mauritius can resume.
Travellers are requested to get in touch with airlines and tour operators to confirm availability of
flights, as well as the necessary Covid-19 protocols to follow. Full details of Covid-19 entry
requirements and safety protocols are online: www.mauritiusnow.com
“We are very pleased that South Africans can once again travel to Mauritius. The Covid-19 has placed
significant pressure on all nations to do the right thing and we thank South Africans and the South
African travel industry for their patience in this regard,” says Arvind Bundhun, Director, Mauritius
Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA).
The Mauritian health authorities are continuing to implement a wide-ranging COVID-19 response and
are presently prioritising the rollout of booster doses for those who are already double vaccinated.
The vaccination of 15 to 18-year-old is also well underway.
The health authorities remain confident in their ability to manage the recent increase in infection
rates and will continue to follow world-leading scientific advice in this regard.
“Sanitary protocols throughout the Mauritius hospitality industry remain at the very highest
standards, ensuring that the local community and international guests are afforded maximum
protection from the virus. Visitors can book holidays to Mauritius with a high degree of confidence
that their trips will be enjoyable, safe, and secure,” says Arvind

Want to discover Mauritius Now? Find the latest news, travel advice and Mauritius holiday inspiration from MTPA, the Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority.